
School Psychologist - Division of Student Programs, LACOE SELPA at Los Angeles County Office Of Education
About the Employer
Welcome to the Los Angeles County Office of Education! Thank you for your interest in joining the LACOE family. We are proud of the fact that we have talented staff, excellent growth opportunities, outstanding support and an invigorating mission. The primary function of LACOE is to service and support 80 K-12 school districts along with numerous other agencies, as we ensure educational excellence for the region’s two-million preschool and school-aged children. LACOE serves others by building capacity in our employees, being responsive to the needs of our customers and modeling integrity and respect in our actions and communications. We enhance our role through partnering with our communities, County and other educational institutions to provide outreach, support and specialized services. It is our mission to improve the lives of students and our educational community through our service, leadership and advocacy. We are seeking talented individuals who support our vision and strategic plan that encompasses “A Culture of Excellence in ALL We Do.”
Job Summary
Job Summary
THE POSITION: The School Psychologist shall conduct multidisciplinary psycho-educational evaluations of students from diverse backgrounds who demonstrate unique needs; counsel students with eclectic evidence-based counseling interventions (e.g., DBT, CBT, Mindfulness); parent counseling and training; provide trauma informed care practices; prepare recommendations regarding the education and placement of students; inform IEP Teams, parents and administrators regarding educational benefit and the least restrictive environment of students; provide leadership and training in crisis intervention, development of Behavior Intervention Plans, instructional modifications and therapeutic environments to assist in the development of positive and caring school cultures; contribute to the development and maintenance of positive relationships within the school and between the school, parents and private and public agencies; assist with school operations as needed; carry out duties under the supervision of the school principal or assistant principal. The position is not responsible for supervising staff. The position requires eight hours on the job daily. Additionally, since the school psychologist is considered an employee exempt from overtime there will be times the assigned professional responsibilities cannot be discharged within rigid time requirements. Employees in these categories are expected to be on duty during the hours that the Los Angeles County Office of Education requires their services. It is also recognized that these positions may involve evening and weekend responsibilities. For these reasons, exempt positions are normally paid at a higher salary rate and accrue vacation at a higher rate than non-exempt positions.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education: A Master’s degree in psychology or a closely related field from an institution of higher learning accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE (All applicants must attach credential with document number to their application. Please do not attach the certificate copy of your Credential. See below for step-by-step instructions.): • Possess and maintain a valid California Pupil Personnel Services Credential authorizing service in school psychology.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Interested, qualified persons are invited to submit an online employment application. All required documents must be individually attached and submitted electronically with your completed EdJoin application. Applicants are responsible for attaching the following documents: • Resume • Three current (must be within 12 months) signed and dated letters of recommendation. One letter of recommendation must be from your most current supervisor. • A letter of Introduction • Unofficial copies of transcripts. • CBEST Test Results https://www.ctcexams.nesinc.com/PageView.aspx?f=GEN_RequestACopyOfYourTestResults.html • Credential(s) with document number. Steps to follow in order to get a copy of the credential with a number from the CTC: • Go to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing website at www.ctc.ca.gov • Click on “Search for an Educator” • Select secured search. • Enter your social security and date of birth. • All your credentials will appear with their document number. • Select the document you wish to attach to your application and open it. • Right click the document and select print. • On destination drop down menu select save as PDF and save to your computer. • Now you are ready to upload the credential document into EdJoin. Contact Adriana Hernandez at Hernandez_Adriana@lacoe.edu and Lauren Sheahan at Sheahan_Lauren@lacoe.edu with questions about the process.
- Credential Copy (Possess and maintain a valid California Pupil Personnel Services Credential authorizing service in school psychology - Must attach a detailed certification/credential with document number to application)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Must include 3 current letters that are dated and signed by the deadline date.)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
Education: A Master’s degree in psychology or a closely related field from an institution of higher learning accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE (All applicants must attach credential with document number to their application. Please do not attach the certificate copy of your Credential. See below for step-by-step instructions.): • Possess and maintain a valid California Pupil Personnel Services Credential authorizing service in school psychology.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Interested, qualified persons are invited to submit an online employment application. All required documents must be individually attached and submitted electronically with your completed EdJoin application. Applicants are responsible for attaching the following documents: • Resume • Three current (must be within 12 months) signed and dated letters of recommendation. One letter of recommendation must be from your most current supervisor. • A letter of Introduction • Unofficial copies of transcripts. • CBEST Test Results https://www.ctcexams.nesinc.com/PageView.aspx?f=GEN_RequestACopyOfYourTestResults.html • Credential(s) with document number. Steps to follow in order to get a copy of the credential with a number from the CTC: • Go to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing website at www.ctc.ca.gov • Click on “Search for an Educator” • Select secured search. • Enter your social security and date of birth. • All your credentials will appear with their document number. • Select the document you wish to attach to your application and open it. • Right click the document and select print. • On destination drop down menu select save as PDF and save to your computer. • Now you are ready to upload the credential document into EdJoin. Contact Adriana Hernandez at Hernandez_Adriana@lacoe.edu and Lauren Sheahan at Sheahan_Lauren@lacoe.edu with questions about the process.
- Credential Copy (Possess and maintain a valid California Pupil Personnel Services Credential authorizing service in school psychology - Must attach a detailed certification/credential with document number to application)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Must include 3 current letters that are dated and signed by the deadline date.)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
LACOE does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of age, actual or perceived race, actual or perceived gender, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. LACOE complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to all qualified individuals with a disability. If you are disabled and require assistance in accessing this event, please contact the LACOE Title II Coordinator at (562) 922-6153.
Comments and Other Information
LACOE does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of age, actual or perceived race, actual or perceived gender, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. LACOE complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to all qualified individuals with a disability. If you are disabled and require assistance in accessing this event, please contact the LACOE Title II Coordinator at (562) 922-6153.